Plongée à St. Abbs — United Kingdom

St Abbs Head Marine Reserve is Scotland's most popular dive destination — rocky reefs covered in dead man's fingers soft coral, massive kelp forests, and friendly wolffish that hold their ground as divers approach. Easy shore access and sheltered conditions make it suitable for all levels.

Score
52.1
Visibilité
5–15m
Température
8–15°C
Meilleurs mois
June, July, August
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World Class
Intermediate
St. Abbs
United KingdomAtlantic
52.1

SCORE

55.9000°N

-2.1333°E

St Abbs Head Marine Reserve is Scotland's most popular dive destination — rocky reefs covered in dead man's fingers soft coral, massive kelp forests, and friendly wolffish that hold their ground as divers approach. Easy shore access and sheltered conditions make it suitable for all levels.

Scotland's Marine Reserve Jewel

Visibility5–15 m
Temperature8–15°C
Max Depth24 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$50
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML47.0CH27.0VIS53.0SV37.0TMP42.0DA51.0OP73.0TS60.0GT68.0VAL65.0CRD57.0SP57.0

Marine Life

47.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
64
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
82
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
40
Marine Life Diversity
47.0
Coral & Reef Health
27.0
Visibility & Conditions
53.0
Dive Site Variety
37.0
Water Temperature
42.0
Depth & Access
51.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
60.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
65.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
57.0

Dive Types

wreckpelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

St. Abbs Head Nature Reserve cliff walkrockpool exploringbirdwatching (guillemots, razorbills)Coldingham beach

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • St. Abbs Head National Nature Reserve
  • Coldingham Priory
  • Eyemouth Museum

Non-Diver Score

5/10

Limited topside — plan ahead for non-diving partners.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber80 km — Royal Victoria Infirmary Hyperbaric Unit, Newcastle
Nearest Hospital15 km

Hospital in Berwick or Edinburgh; chamber in Newcastle (1.5 hrs); cold water diving

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

St Abbs Diving

BSAC

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